Dr. Steve Smith Podcast: Recent Episodes
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Dr. Steve Smith, founder of the Pasadena Pacers, talks about various running and chiropractic topics, in addition to interviewing various figures from the work of running.
After 42 years in the city of Pasadena, chiropractor and founder of the Pasadena Pacers, Dr. Steve Smith is announcing his retirement. Listen as Dr. Smith looks back at some of the lessons and memories that helped shaped the past four decades.
Dr. Smith sits down with nutritionist and dietician, Melissa Halas to discuss what they best kinds of nutritional choices are for runners. Melissa is the author of, "The Plant-Based Boost, Nutrition Solutions for Athletes and Exercise Enthusiasts" and its companion cookbook, "The Plant-Based Boost Cookbook, 100+ Recipes for Athletes and Exercise Enthusiasts"
Dr. Smith discusses Iliotibial Band Syndrome, or as it is more commonly known, IT Band Syndrome. What is it, how did you develop it, how is it treated, and what you can do to avoid getting it in the first place!
Dr. Smith discusses Runner's Knee or as it is medically known, Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome. What is it, how did you develop it, how is it treated, and what you can do to avoid getting it in the first place!
The LA Leggers are Los Angeles' oldest running club, along with being the alma mater of Pasadena Pacers founder, Dr. Steve Smith. Dr. Smith and Barry Morrill of the LA Leggers chat about the impact the COVID pandemic has had on their respective clubs, the unique history of the Leggers, and the "Cancer Fighting Kilt"!
Dog Haus Running Club is one of Pasadena's premiere social running clubs. Known for their annual Philanthroparty, they embody the spirit of FFP-Fun, Fitness, and Philanthropy. DHRC President, Michelle Williams chats with Dr. Smith about the roll of DHRC in the community, and Dr. Smith shares what they early days were like for the Pacers in Pasadena!
Founder of the Pasadena Pacer, Dr. Steve Smith interviews current Pasadena Pacers President, Mike Ramos. They discuss how Covid has effected the Pacers, the future of the club, and what makes the club so very special to each of them.
How did Dr. Smith start running? What is the "Pacer Way"? Why is it important to wait for the last runner? All these questions and more are answered when Dr. Smith sits down with Whittier Pacers President, Monica Bobadilla!
Dr. Smith tackles one of the biggest questions in running: am I running the right way? What is proper running form, does it even exist? Also, what is good posture? As a chiropractor and runner of over 40 years, Dr. Smith is uniquely positioned to answer both of these questions!
What are the 6 most common mistakes that new runners make, and how can they be avoided? As a Chiropractor of over 40 years, Dr. Smith shares some of the common misconceptions of the chiropractic practice.
Dr. Smith shares how running at different times of the year effects runners, as well as reflecting on the benefits of running with a social running group and the transformative power of completing a marathon.